Meat
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) submitted comments supporting the overall intent of strengthening the U.S. shipbuilding industry, but shared concerns of the affects on exporters.
The March Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor asked economists if they think the U.S. general economy will see a recession in 2025. 62% said yes.
Producers learned more about competition for red meat in Mexico, and the potential for growth in volume and high-quality products.
Report details the areas seeing growth in exports and how they are tied to free trade agreements.
U.S. pork exports to Central America were record-large in 2024, breaking previous highs in both volume and value.
U.S. Meat Export Federation released a study this week showing pork exports accounted for more than 100 million bushels of soybean demand last year. For corn, 525 million bushels were consumed by the beef and pork exported in 2024.
In a letter to President Trump, the Meat Institute provided strategies to reduce burdensome regulations and address meat prices for consumers.
Although he received the most public recognition for his work in restructured pork, which led to the development of the McRib, his body of work led to many breakthroughs that influenced the meat industry
The competition, held on Jan, 20, 2025, at the Iowa Events Center, marked the end of a cherished tradition that has celebrated the creativity of professional chefs and the versatility of pork for nearly four decades.
From college students to consumers, teaching takes center stage for University of Arkansas professor and Mom at the Meat Counter creator.
Restrictions on German pork because of an FMD outbreak could leave a void in some markets, but lack of market access and available products could limit the opportunities for U.S. pork.
USDA finalizes third new regulation under the Biden-Harris administration to create fairness and transparency for contract farmers.
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and state senators are introducing legislation to keep lab-grown meat from being manufactured, distributed or sold in Nebraska.
K-State assistant professor discusses protein labeling.
With growing tourism in Roatán and Honduras, USMEF conducted seminars to help chefs pair local ingredients with U.S. red meat.
Comment period is open for the public to review the new draft guidelines for labeling plant-based alternative foods.
USMEF offers Mexico seminars to educate about equipment, target market and cooking methods.
The numbers show year-over-year increases in October for beef and pork exports positioned to set annual value and value records in 2024.
A free trade agreement with the U.S. that could fuel momentum for U.S. red meat in a broader region of Africa.
K-State placed high team in several categories and had four individual top 10 placers.
Smithfield denies any wrongdoing, states it has no interest in prolonged litigation and reiterates proactive safeguards to the hiring process for the future.
New Officers elected at Strategic Planning Conference Nov. 6-8.
USMEF members received an in-depth look at the new administration in Mexico, as the United States prepares for a critical phase of trade relations with the largest export destination for U.S. red meat this week at the annual conference.
U.S. Beef and Pork were on the world stage at the SIAL Paris food trade shows.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture says it euthanized roughly 1.3 million chickens after Pure Prairie Poultry said in late September it could no longer afford to buy feed for the company’s flock across 14 Iowa farms.
New facility aims to advance, support and communicate continuous improvement of livestock production, economic vitality and environmental stewardship, as well help collaboration between all livestock and agriculture industry groups.
Former NPPC lobbyist and a fourth-generation livestock producer named as two award recipients.
2025 Meat Institute Slate of Officers
Florida, Alabama, Iowa, Ohio, Michigan and Nebraska have all made news headlines this year in regards to cultivated meat legislation.
Researchers explore interactive effects of guy microbiomes, fatty acids and muscle to promote better health.